Head of Sustainability and Climate Change (Global) at Digby Wells Environmental

Description

• Head of Sustainability and Climate Change (ESG)

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead global sustainability reporting and ESG initiatives
• Develop cutting-edge climate risk and mitigation strategies
• Guide clients towards net-zero emissions and biodiversity conservation
• Drive innovation in sustainability best practices and reporting frameworks
• Produce comprehensive sustainability reports (TNFD, ISSB, GRI, SASB)
• Improve client scores on key investor questionnaires (CDP, DJSI)
• Conduct sustainability training and workshops for clients and internal teams
• Advise on sustainable procurement and supply chain management
• Assist clients in setting and achieving ambitious sustainability goals
• Oversee the development of Modern Slavery Statements and strategies
• Monitor and report on sustainability performance metrics and KPIs
• Lead and mentor a global team of sustainability professionals

Requirements

Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities
• Knowledge of Environmental, Mining, and Water legislation
• Proficiency in project management and financial principles
• Deep understanding of responsible investment and sustainability trends
• Knowledge of ESG rating agencies, frameworks, and databases
• Expert in sustainability data and calculation methodologies
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to build credibility with senior executives
• Self-motivated with strong business acumen
• Flair for transforming data into compelling reports and infographics
• Proficiency in GHG accounting, including GHG Protocol and Carbon Reporting.
• Expertise in Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG Accounting and Reporting.

Qualifications:

• Postgraduate degree in Financial Communications, Environmental Sciences, Sustainability or similar.

Experience:

• 10+ years in sustainability consulting
• 5+ years leading teams in a management role
• Proven track record with sustainability reporting frameworks
• Experience in carbon management and strategy.
• Developing carbon reduction strategies, ideally within ‘the resources sectors.
• Background in copywriting or editing